Washington: US President Donald Trump has given a stern warning to Hamas to immediately release the hostages in Gaza, otherwise ready to suffer serious consequences. On Wednesday, Trump wrote on his social media platform 'Truth Social' (Social Media Platform 'Truth Social'), 'Shalom Hamas' means Hello and Goodbye – You have to choose yourself. Right now release all the hostages, not later. Return the bodies of those who were murdered, otherwise it will end for you. Only sick and distorted mentality keep the dead bodies, and you are sick and distorted!
Full support of Israel
Trump further said that he would give everything to Israel that he needs to “finish work”. He warned that if you did not listen to me, then not a single member of Hamas will be safe. This warning came at a time when the White House confirmed that the US is directly interacting with Hamas to ensure the release of the hostages.
For the first time between America and Hamas
Till now the US had avoided direct conversation with Hamas, as it considers it a terrorist organization. But now according to the BBC report, American officials have met Hamas representatives in Qatar. The report said that American messenger Adam Bohrler has met Hamas representatives twice in Doha in recent weeks. Prior to this conversation, many other means were communicated.
Advice to leave Gaza and warning to citizens
Trump advised Hamas leadership to leave Gaza, saying that it is the right time for the leaders to leave Gaza, as long as they have a chance. He also warned the people of Gaza that a beautiful future is waiting for you, but if you keep the hostages then you will kill.
America's arbitration and Israeli status
White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt said that the US has started talks with Hamas only after consulting Israel. America is calling this conversation “an honest effort in the best interest of American people”. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office issued a statement saying that they have been informed about these direct talks, but no additional information was shared.
Role of Hamas and Qatar
According to the report, Hamas has been operating its office in Doha, the capital of Qatar since 2012. This was reportedly done at the request of the Obama administration. Qatar is an important ally in the US and has successfully conducted several diplomatic dialogue, including interactions with Iran, Taliban and Russia. Qatar is mediation for a ceasefire in Gaza, in association with the US and Egypt.
How many hostages in Gaza?
According to Israel, 59 hostage are still present in Gaza, of which 24 are likely to be alive. These include American citizens. Trump's threat shows that the US stands perfectly in support of Israel and is in the mood to put more pressure on Hamas. Now it has to be seen how seriously Hamas takes this warning and whether he takes any step for the release of the hostages.
